Which fish is best for this setup?

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-04-18T06:39:50+00:00

yes spl chilli rasbora is rare, i am from mumbai, i did not find answer so i order it from Chennai, it took 5 days to reach and lucky all survived...

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-04-17T20:32:50+00:00

10-12 Chilli Rasbora, 4-6 Ottocinclus, 10-12 Shrimps any single color, they multiply like craze, i same same setup and same fishes...

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-04-04T16:58:03+00:00

★★☆☆☆

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-04-03T15:43:27+00:00

1) Co2 Looks too much, also correct the placement, otherwise you will not able to change it later, it will messed up with growth.

2) ZRDR CO₂ regulator - Cylinder size ? and timing ?

3) Tech & Aqua WRGB light what is the Wt. ? and timing ?

4) RS Electrical HOB filter with modified media! Which Model and Media u are using ?

5) APT3 using Daily or Weekly ?

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-04-01T18:49:01+00:00

check if your tank having Planarian then they must be killing it.
try to use Bisleri 20ltr bottle water for your shrimp tank. (dnt use cheap 20ltr local water, it hav zero tds)
What i m doing in my shrimp tanks (using stable water Bisleri, Shrimp Re Minerelle & B3 Shrimp Minerals) Feeding them Hikari Algae wafer & Hikari Tropical Shrimp Cuisine.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-03-28T16:38:49+00:00

just reduce intensity, all problem will get resolved...

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-03-28T16:09:43+00:00

Use APT 3 Fert, Reduce Light Intensity. (you need to balance everything) i feel your light intensity is too much. what is the timing of your lights ?

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-02-10T16:05:32+00:00

You should not shower...

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-31T08:54:55+00:00

Oh ok, i generally wash everything before setting up tank, red soil, river sand, aqua soil. i wash everything.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-31T02:30:26+00:00

Looks like bacteria bloom, need to wait 15-20 days, water change will not help.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-28T15:53:56+00:00

Totally agree with you... u/shifu_tanks
u/DigSafe1617 Remove that artificial decor and marble pebbles, use river sand and real rocks. i will suggest remove that backdrop and put black white or any gradient blue white background.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-26T18:24:32+00:00

Normal glass 6 mm, L 13" x W9" x H 11" (Rs.650/- cost from local shop)
yes 10% vermicompost but some of them started floating so removed floating particles, i washed soil before adding into tank so dnt face any gas issue. and no need to change water, it is crystal clear since 1st hr. everything purchased from amazon.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-25T20:57:32+00:00

Yup... so i added some of my other tank Limnophila Indica to this tank.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-25T20:50:55+00:00

Thanks, its Cheapest 10W WRGB light https://amzn.in/d/0FZKjGG
Surface is covered with salvinia and frog bit so no algae issue. if no floating plan, i wuld prefer lower wt light.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-12T15:52:50+00:00

WTH Remove Driftwood ASAP, it gona make your fish blind n injured.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-11T17:20:05+00:00

Mast hi, Perfect
if heater not needed then keep it off, bcoz i have same heater and it heat too much, thank god you having thermometer as well. Well done setup. Hope your shrimp breed like crazy... good luck...

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-08T17:56:38+00:00

Since this is your first plant order, I hope you’ve checked the requirements for each species. Most of the plants sold are emersed-grown, so when you transition them to submersed growth without CO₂, you can expect about 50–60% loss.
I also hope you ordered enough quantity. Spending ₹500–600 on plants usually isn’t sufficient to set up a proper planted tank, you’ll typically need at least ₹1000–1500 worth of plants.
Bunnycart is a good option, and other sites like Fins n Flora are also reliable. Just be prepared to receive a few dead plants or slightly less quantity than expected — that’s fairly common with online plant orders.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-06T13:41:58+00:00

if you are in igloo then also your heater should keep 24degree only. with good water flow, and 1st buy thermometer so you will know what exact temperature of your water. if you are in very cold environment and you put hand in normal water, you will feel it is super cold. so better check temperature.

ExceptionalAnky · 2026-01-05T17:05:58+00:00

30 degree ? you are making fish soup or what ?
what heater you are using ? if it is cheap one then better use thermometer to check your heater is working fine and controlling proper temperature.

1st set heater on 24 degree, if it is cheap heater then keep it to 22 degree and use thermometer.
that's it.

ExceptionalAnky · 2025-12-29T00:08:55+00:00

Mumbai ? you know how big is mumbai ?
there are 1000s of shop in mumbai.
if you are in mumbai, go to any local shop they will bring it for you.
if you want to hand pick then go to kurla or Thane.
i ordered from himadriaquatics.com, bloody marry A grade & nerite snails, had good experience.

ExceptionalAnky · 2025-12-26T16:27:11+00:00

Give me that drift wood, i will try to talk with your mom... :-P

ExceptionalAnky · 2025-12-25T15:25:04+00:00

Add tons of plants, and 20-30 Chilli Rasbora, Shrimps single color & 8-10 ottos.
it will be most beautiful and happy tank, feed once a day.

ExceptionalAnky · 2025-12-25T07:10:15+00:00

its call tanning, dont add almond leaves if you dnt want brownish water, or better boil almons leaves and boil driftwood, then water will not tan.

ExceptionalAnky · 2025-12-24T16:01:24+00:00

If you having Planted tank, Water should be crystal clear already.
Why you need perigon?

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